The use of the old fork is genius.
I just need to learn how to weld now.
What’s the purpose of the toe strap here:
http://www.fixedgeargallery.com/contest/grocerygetter/DennisBean-Larson_3.htm#image_10
:? Maybe to hold the front wheel steady while fitting/loading the rack?
that load + trying to steer said load + no brakes + hill = lol
Luckily he lives in michigan where call 200m high hills ‘mountains’ and ski on them… 
having said that. i’d like to see someone take that load down a couple of steep hills… for amusements sake 